Ideogram V4 vs GPT Image 1.5
Ideogram V4's high-resolution typography at 10 credits vs OpenAI's image model at 15 credits.
GPT Image 1.5 is no longer offered on Melies. Ideogram V4 is available today. The specs below are kept for reference.
Ideogram V4 from Ideogram and GPT Image 1.5 from OpenAI represent two different approaches to AI image generation. Ideogram's latest image model with high-resolution output and precise text rendering. On the other side, openAI's #1 ranked image model with exceptional prompt adherence, photorealism, and text rendering.
At 10 credits, Ideogram V4 costs 5 credits less than GPT Image 1.5 (15 credits). GPT Image 1.5 is no longer offered on Melies. Ideogram V4 is, along with the other current image models listed on the pricing page.
Updated November 2026
GPT Image 1.5 is no longer offered on Melies, so Ideogram V4 is the one you can use here. At 10 credits, it is a fit for logos. For other options, compare the current image models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Ideogram V4 vs GPT Image 1.5: How They Compare
 Ideogram V4 |  GPT Image 1.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Ideogram | OpenAI |
| Released | Jun 2026 | Jan 2026 |
| Cost | 10 | 15 |
| Speed | Medium | Medium |
| Reference images | Up to 1 | Up to 1 |
| Editing | ||
| WebP output |
Ideogram V4 vs GPT Image 1.5: Cost Comparison
Ideogram V4 is 33% cheaper than GPT Image 1.5. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | Ideogram V4 | GPT Image 1.5 |
|---|---|---|
| 10 images | 100 | 150 |
| 50 images | 500 | 750 |
| 100 images | 1,000 | 1,500 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Ideogram V4
- + More affordable (10 vs 15 credits)
- + Logos
- + More resolution options
- + High-resolution image generation
- + Precise text and typography rendering
- - No WebP output
GPT Image 1.5
- + Highest quality generation
- + WebP output for smaller file sizes
- + #1 on all major image leaderboards
- + Transparent background support
- + Quality control (low/medium/high)
- - More expensive (15 vs 10 credits)
Ideogram V4 vs GPT Image 1.5: Which to Pick?
On a tight budget
At 10 credits per image, Ideogram V4 gives you more generations for your plan. Good enough quality for most everyday use.
Character or style consistency
Ideogram V4 supports 1 reference images to keep subjects, styles, and characters consistent across generations.
Ideogram V4 vs GPT Image 1.5: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
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